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Breakfast with Santa in NYC in 2025

Enjoy plenty of sweet treats during breakfast with Santa at Stella 34 Trattoria. Photo courtesy of Stella 34 Trattoria
Enjoy plenty of sweet treats during breakfast with Santa at Stella 34 Trattoria. Photo courtesy of Stella 34 Trattoria
11/14/25 - By Drew Kristofik

Breakfast with Santa—or a tasty Santa brunch, tea, or dinner—might be in order if your child wants a hearty visit with the big red guy. We've found the best spots for families to enjoy a special holiday meal with Santa Claus in New York City, ranging from the extravagant Radio City Breakfast Spectacular to a lavish breakfast with Santa at Macy's and sweet treats during Santa brunch at American Girl New York. You can even hop on a cruise with Santa!

Keep in mind that all of these breakfasts with Santa in NYC require reservations and sell out quickly. No matter which one you choose, bring your camera—and your appetite. Be sure to bookmark this page, as we'll be adding more NYC breakfast with Santa options as we find them. You'll find all our seasonal picks for family fun in our Holiday Guide for New York City Families.

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Share a special holiday experience with your child at American Girl New York's Santa brunch. Photo courtesy of American Girl
Share a special holiday experience with your child at American Girl New York's Santa brunch. Photo courtesy of American Girl

Best Breakfast with Santa in NYC in 2025

Rawther Fancy Teas with Santa at The Plaza

Midtown East
Select dates from Tuesday, November 18-Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Eloise fans can enjoy a special holiday-themed afternoon tea menu at The Palm Court, with some delectable pink treats, of course. Santa spotting is on the menu, too. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Stella 34 Trattoria

Midtown West
Select dates from Friday, November 28-Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Bring Christmas to life for your family with a magical morning at Stella 34 Trattoria. Families meet and have breakfast with Santa Claus (and his elves) in the store that brought you The Miracle on 34th Street. Adults can indulge in an early morning mimosa. READ MORE

Santa Fun Cruise with Kids' Activities

South Street Seaport
Weekends from Saturday, November 29-Sunday, December 28, 2025
This Santa fun cruise with kids' activities invites guests to meet Santa and his elves, join in Christmas carol singing, drink cocoa, and eat sweet treats while listening to live holiday storytelling.  READ MORE

Santa's Breakfast Spectacular at Radio City

Midtown West
Sundays November 30 and December 21, 2025
Splurge on a holiday treat that includes a private entrance into the legendary Radio City Music Hall, a festive holiday brunch with delicious food and cocktails in the historic Roxy Suite, photos with Santa, and some of the best seats in the house to experience the magic of the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes.  READ MORE

Brunch with Santa at Four Points by Sheraton

Flushing, Queens
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Enjoy this magical holiday celebration filled with food, fun, music, and meaningful memories. Each guest gets to enjoy some time with Black Santa, who is spreading love, representation, and holiday cheer! READ MORE

Cookies with Santa at FourFiveSix

Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Santa's coming to Greenpoint for a fun time at FourFiveSix! The program includes delicious hot chocolate, homemade cookies to decorate, music, and, of course, photo-ops with Santa. READ MORE

Holiday Tea with Santa at the Wall Street Hotel

Financial District
Saturdays December 6 and December 13, 2025
Celebrate the magic of the season at The Wall Street Hotel with the hotel's festive signature high tea. Indulge in tiers of savory and sweet creations while Santa himself puts on a show, along with a passel of precision line dancers!   READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Take Care

Midtown East
Saturdays, December 6 and December 13, 2025
Embrace the spirit of the season at a modern American bistro inside the Shelburne Sonesta Hotel, with a magical Breakfast with Santa that includes holiday favorites, complimentary treats, and special moments with Santa complete with wish lists and photo ops.   READ MORE

Brunch with Santa on the Refinery Rooftop

Midtown West
Saturdays, December 6 and 13, 2025
A festive holiday brunch includes an opportunity for little ones to meet Santa, snap photos, and share their wish lists alongside cheerful bites, a cozy holiday atmosphere, and sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline, just steps from Bryant Park. READ MORE

Sunday Brunch with Santa at Old Bermuda Inn

Rossville, Staten Island
Sundays from Sunday, December 7-Sunday, December 21, 2025
Also on Saturday, December 20, 2025
Staten Island's Old Bermuda Inn hosts a buffet brunch with Santa on select weekend mornings in December. Be sure to reserve your table in advance. READ MORE

Santa Brunch at American Girl

Midtown West
Sundays December 7, 14, and 21, 2025
Share a holiday experience that includes a jolly “ho-ho-ho!” with Santa at American Girl New York. This festive brunch with Santa includes a photo-op (bring your own camera or smartphone), as well as a meal in the American Girl Cafe. READ MORE

Santa Brunch at Chela

Park Slope, Brooklyn
Saturdays & Sundays, December 14-21, 2025
Spend one-on-one time with the man in red, as he goes around to every table to spread Christmas cheer, take photos and chat Christmas wishlists while you sit back and enjoy a delicious brunch. READ MORE

Very Merry Santa Brunch at the Marriott Marquis

Midtown West
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Don some festive gear, bring your holiday cheer, and head over to the Marriott Marquis for a morning of merriment and memories during a Very Merry Santa Brunch. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at the JFK Doubletree by Hilton

Jamaica, Queens
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, festive activities, and holiday cheer while the kids share their Christmas wishes with Santa himself. READ MORE

Brunch with Santa at the Rockaway Hotel and Spa

Rockaways, Queens
Sunday, December 21, 2025
A holiday Brunch in the hotel's Harbor Room includes a live DJ, full brunch buffet, Santa visits, and more. READ MORE

Dining with Santa at The Peninsula

Midtown West
Wednesday, December 24-Thursday, December 25, 2025
The Peninsula New York serves a pair of extravagant meals with Santa. Each features entertainment from Victorian carolers, too. Options include a Christmas Eve semi-buffet or a full Christmas Day buffet feast. READ MORE

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Drew Kristofik
Drew Kristofik’s career took a twist from editing teen magazines to a seven-year stint at MacNeil/Lehrer, followed by a long run at Nickelodeon/Viacom as Director of Content for Nick Online and Editor-in-Chief of ParentsConnect.com. A founding member of the Webby Award-winning GoCityKids, she’s written for Family Fun, Vanity Fair, and New York. Her middle school novel, The Time Boat, is available on Amazon Kindle. Drew keeps the MommyPoppins New York Events calendar spot-on and can be reached at events@mommypoppins.com.
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